Mediation
Preparedness, Patience and Persistence…
You need a Mediator well versed in the facts and evidence you provide, someone who will patiently guide the parties through the process and, most importantly, someone who will not shy away from rolling up their sleeves to get the matter resolved.
A Communicator, not a Messenger…
Mediation needs to be a collaborative process. The Mediator should be neither only a messenger for offers and demands nor the one setting their value. We strive to make the substance of the offers and demands the result of reasoned and well supported dialogue.
Respect and Candor…
Everyone must respect the process as well as each other. That said, you need a Mediator willing to be candid about the positions being taken when necessary to keep the process moving forward. Where appropriate and requested, opinions as to liability positions and potential outcomes are shared.
The Process...
Prior to Mediation, we will conference the matter collectively and privately as necessary in order to determine what Pre-Mediation submissions will occur and also explore any other issues so that the group can hit the ground running on the day of the Mediation.
Mediation can be held in-person or remote via Zoom based on the needs and desires of the parties.
Arbitration
Where desired, Binding Arbitration provides a structured and efficient alternative to the traditional jury trial. Uncertainties as to "trial pool" scheduling as well as how a particular jury might receive and evaluate evidence are eliminated through Binding Arbitration.
Parties conference and agree as to an Arbitration date, the method of evidence presentation, including as to expert evidence, and any other issues that would bear on the presentation and ultimate disposition of the matter.
Decisions are promptly made and communicated and finality for your matter is achieved.
Case Evaluation
Through Case Evaluation, we provide a confidential, neutral review of claims and suits at any stage. By analyzing liability, causation, damages, procedural posture and any other issues that would bear on the potential disposition of a matter, we can offer an informed and impartial view of potential outcomes and exposure, advising as to both strengths and potential weaknesses of your case or defense.
Counsel and claims professionals use these evaluations to define and refine strategy, formulate demands or set reserves, and to assist in determining whether to pursue settlement, mediation, or trial.